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Volume 11 Issue 3 - June/July 2009
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Take the heat off!
Canine hyperthermia can be a threat during the summer – help your dog stay cool and comfortable
Training wheels
The difference between an enriching and stressful training class hinges on choosing the right one and preparing your dog to succeed
Stormy weather
Does Rover start quaking when he hears thunder? Here are some ways to help him over his fear
Take care!
Want to introduce him to doggie daycare?
Find the right facility -- and help him enjoy being thereLet’s go camping!
What could be more fun than spending quality time with your dog in the great outdoors? A camping trip might be just the ticket
Strapped for time?
Today’s busy lifestyles mean our dogs and cats may not get all the TLC they deserve – services geared for on-the-go animal lovers are ready to step in and help out
Scrumptious & sustainable
This company walks its talk by specializing in earth-friendly treats for dogsDog days
We often take water for granted, but it can be a lifesaver in hot weather; make sure he stays safely hydrated all summer long
Number crunching
How many pups get ear infections? Do only cats get UTIs? Here’s what we can learn from the statistics compiled by pet insurance companies
Top 10 homeopathic remedies
Check out the most common homeopathic remedies used in holistic veterinary medicine
True victory
Where are the Michael Vick dogs today and how are they faring? Here’s the happy ending to the story
E is for enzymes
What exactly are they, and why are they so important? Learning the ABCs of enzymes can help you understand what’s best for your dog or cat
Food for the road
Traveling with your dog doesn’t have to mean leaving home prepared goodness behind
Back to basics
A long-time interest in holistic health led this entrepreneur to create a unique herbal supplement for dogs
On trust
What would happen to your animal if you passed away or were incapacitated by illness or injury? A pet trust can help ensure she’ll be cared for if the worst happens
Chain of love
Rescuing and re-homing dogs in a big city like L.A. involves a lot of networking and co-operation – follow Elfie on her journey from death row to her new home.
Clear as crystal
They’re beautiful, alluring and have healing powers... find out how crystals and gems can enhance your dog or cat’s well being


Volume 11 Issue 2 - April/May 2009
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“What is he?”
These new DNA tests can help determine your mixed breed’s genetic makeup
Top 8 canine fitness trends
Check out these fun and popular ways to keep your dog in good condition
How’s his Qi?
Is Spot stiff? Find out how Chinese herbs can get to the root of his arthritis pain
Raising the bar
When it comes to combining convenience with top quality nutrition, this company really walks its talk
Factor in fitness!
Regular exercise is one of the cornerstones of wellness for you and your dog
Look, no needles!
Needle-free acupuncture is a contemporary take on a traditional healing modality
Without words
Learning canine body language will raise understanding your dog to a whole new level
Well lettered
Ever wonder what all those letters after your vet’s name stand for? Here’s a guide to some of the initials you’ll see in the integrative and holistic fields
Case of the bald Akitas
Some paints can be harmful to your animals, so take the time to source non-toxic products
A healing legacy
Thanks to this company, Dr. Bach’s flower remedies are as famous today as they were 70 years ago
Fuel for the fire
Active dogs need an extra nutritional boost; try these foods and recipes to keep your busy canine going strong
Is Buster blue?
Here’s how to raise his spirits (and yours!) on those wet spring days when you can’t go out
Acupressure for active dogs
Keep your good sport pain-free by complementing his fitness program with this effective healing therapy
Rub a dub dub!
Regular bathing does more than keep him clean; it also enhances his physical and emotional wellness
Greening up
From organic foods to hemp collars, the pet industry offers a growing number of earth-friendly options to eco-conscious consumers


Volume 11 Issue 1 - February/March 2009
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More than his mouth
Left untreated, poor dental health can affect his overall well being
Top 7 dog parenting tips
Training success means being a good pooch parent
Animalfriendly remodeling
Doing some home renovations this spring?
Make sure your companion stays safe and stress-free
Chew this over!
If your dog won’t let you brush his teeth, help him do it himself
– with a toy or treat designed for dental health
Tooth some tidbits
These foods can help support strong teeth and gums
Amazing Animals PHOTO Contest Winners!
Check out our gallery of prize-winning shots
Dental care 101
Follow these eight steps for clean teeth, strong gums and fresh breath
Get off the couch!
Spring is a great time for you and your dog to work off those extra pounds you put on over the winter
Trail blazer
Healthy nutrition for dogs and cats is one woman’s life mission
For “menopausal” mutts
Did you know hormonal deficiencies can affect spayed and neutered dogs?
This natural HRT substitute is one answer
Lights, camera, action!
An experienced animal trainer for film and TV shares a few of his secrets
Henry’s healing powers
Meet a feline “tripod” therapist who has inspired thousands with his can-do attitude
A simple solution
Dental solutions and sprays are an easy way to fight plaque and tartar
Champion for health
Enhancing wellness with quality foods and unique supplements
Hiring a dog walker?
Remember to consider her well being and convenience along with your canine companion’s


Volume 10 Issue 6 - December/January 2009
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Brush up on health - While grooming your buddy, keep tabs on his well being
Winter walking - Comfort and safety when taking him for a stroll in the snow
Barking mad - Does your dog make too much noise? Help him quiet down
Stocking stuffers - Brighten up his holiday with these simple gift ideas
From gutter to glory - How a stray cat found celebrity status
Toast the season with turmeric - This favorite spice is good for your companion
Deck the halls - You don’t have to give up holiday decorating
For sound sleep - Does your dog have trouble getting comfy while resting?
Holiday helpers - Flower essences will ease her separation anxiety
A new vision - Don’t panic if your dog loses his sight – he can live a happy life
Water works - A home filtration system ensures his next drink (and yours!) is clean
Citrus sense - Are these fruits and their oils safe for dogs and cats?
Hard to swallow? - Canine megaesophagus can be managed
Aging gracefully - Help your senior cat through her golden years with acupressure


Volume 10 Issue 5 - October/November 2008
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Ten tips For good health - and your furry friend will be with you for years to come
Stepping out - Don’t have an off-leash park? Here’s how to find a safe place
Have a heart!
- These healthy recipes and supplements will help him going strong
Enter our Amazing Animals Photo Contest
- Send us your best shots!
Getting better all the time! - The ten most significant advances in animal wellness
Through Rover’s eyes
- Training dogs isn’t always straightforward
Top 10 animal-friendly cities

Women making waves
- Meet ten pioneers of the holistic animal care industry
Crate craft
- You want your dog’s crate to be his safe haven, but be careful
Blast from the past
- Celebrating ten years of Animal Wellness
Smart surgery
- Spaying and neutering do a lot more than reduce the homeless
For old bones
- How to help your creaky canine get around more easily
Fun facts about dogs and cats - A kennel-full of canine and feline trivia
In the blood
- Feline anemia is a symptom, not a disease
Cat’s eye
- Your kitty’s peepers are a window on her well being


Volume 10 Issue 4 - August/September 2008
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Mind your manners - The art of polite leash walking
Is Spot spooked? - 5 steps to easing your dog’s fears
Recall recap - What’s changed…and what hasn’t?
Enter our Amazing Animals Photo Contest - Send us your best shots
Canine re-treats and spaws get your dog back in shape
Cancer support - How stone massage can help
The cancer cooking challenge - Healthy and tempting cuisine for animal patients
Searching for missing links - Links between cancer, genetics and the environment
Holistic support for chemo and radiation
4 steps to choosing a joint health supplement - It’s all in the ingredients
Gold and silver - More than precious metals
10 signs of cancer in dogs and cats - What to watch out for
Teaching Tess - How clicker training can work for cats
The dirty dozen - 12 toxic chemicals to avoid
Dogs on wheels - How two dogs have transformed lives with their "disabilities"
A bone to pick - Choosing the right raw bones for your animal companion
Mali’s gift - One dog’s inspiring battle with cancer
Cool stuff! - Take a look at what we found at the Backer’s show
Rear attack! - Cats that bite their tails


Volume 10 Issue 3 - June/July 2008
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Antioxidants to the rescue - How these key nutrients protect her health
Is your cat a “class clown”? - This personality checklist gives you the answer
How to tell if your “golden oldie” needs a new friend - Consider these tips
Do his ears hang low? - Proper care and grooming prevents problems
A nose for trouble - A look at brachycephalic syndrome
What’s the buzz about honey? - This sweet treat is nutritious as well as delicious
Top 20 supplements for dogs and cats - Vitamins, minerals, herbs and more
“Ruffing it” with dogs - What you need to know if taking Rover on a hike or road trip
Is kitty under the weather? - Wholesome food choices can help her back to health
SafePet lends a helping hand to victims - Help for victims of abuse and their pets
Cleaning products with natural “appeel” - Fighting cancer in two ways
In the swim - How one reader taught her feline family about pool safety
Shopping for supplements? - How to choose the right products for your companion
Surviving the pet food recall - One reader’s journey

Volume 10 Issue 2 - April/May 2008

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Going gluten free is as easy as 1-2-3! - Does he have an intolerance?
Match making - How to find the right dog or cat for you
Frisbie aficionado - Teach him to play in 4 easy steps
Is something fishy? - The facts on feeding raw salmon
Hair of the dog (and cat) - What kind of coat does your companion have?
Is your cat a biter? - Learning to understand your feline friend
Getting a move on mange - There’s help for this nasty skin problem
Toxic alert! - How to protect his health
Kitty zits - ats can get acne too!
Head games - What you need to know about headcollars
Canine spa treatment - Keep her looking – and smelling – her best!
Pest repellents that make “scents” - Get the better of bugs with aromatherapy
Guard your garden - All-natural nematodes fight fleas outdoors
Fido not up to scratch? - Acupressure can help nix that itch


Volume 10 Issue 1 - February/March 2008
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Safe shooting - A vaccine strategy that minimizes their risk
Is he a “border hopper”? - Boundary training ensures your dog stays put
Crock around the clock - Use your crock serve up these healthy, hearty stews
A marriage of opposites - Integrative medicine combines the best of both worlds
Relaxing with Rover - 7 ways your dog can help you find inner peace
Faith healer - This special dog has brought joy to millions
What you need to know about antibiotics - You'll find they are often overused
What's the stinking truth about garlic? - Separating fact from fiction
Connecting with Clover - It was love at first sight. For the cat anyway.
Homeopathy to the rescue - One reader’s story
3 winter boredom beaters for your dog - How to keep her happy and active
Kitties and kidney disease - Treatment and prevention options for this ailment
Wildcats! - What you need to know about managing


Volume 9 Issue 6 - December/January 2008
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How the humble raspberry can help fight cancer–and other illnesses
10 steps to great leadership with your dog - Start with a strong foundation
Dinner is served! - A special holiday menu for your dog or cat
How Chinese element theory helps choose the right dog
Gut feelings - How probiotics and prebiotics can improve digestive health
Choosing a litter box - From basic trays to the latest selfcleaning machines
Aromatherapy for frazzled Fidos - Get through the holidays with soothing scents
What seems to be the problem? - Psychology for dogs and cats
Top 10 tips for taking great animal photos - Three pros share their secrets!
Raw food recall no reason for panic - The health benefits far outweigh the risks
Treat tactics for the festive season - What to feed and what to avoid
Is kitty feeling liverish? - What you need to know about feline fatty liver disease


Volume 9 Issue 5 - October/November 2007
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Smog alert! - How to keep him breathing easy when the air is bad
Waste not, want not - Earth-friendly ways to deal with pet poop
Why dog people are “greener” - A canine can reduce your carbon footprint
Remodeling for Rover - Healthy, comfy home design for your furry friend
Fashions for Fido - Apparel and accessories for trendy canines
Is your city animal a shy violet? - Flower essences can help
Can outdoor cats adjust to an indoor life? - How toensure a smooth transition
A match made in heaven - This program helps you adopt the right animal
Should you let sleeping dogs (and cats) lie? - Ssleep behavior in animals
Top 10 dogs for apartments - Some canines are better suited to high-rise living
Online lost-and-found service helps missing animals get home safely
Rock of ages - How stones and crystals help heal


Volume 9 Issue 4 - August/September 2007
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Top 3 bone problems in growing pups - Here's what you need to know
The cat's meow - Excessive vocalization can be a cry for help
King of the road - How to keep your best friend safe
8 ways to soothe separation anxiety - Keeping the peace when you are away
Eat & run! - Good nutrition for busy dogs
Sports dogs - Sports that go to the dogs - and how to get involved!
Do opposites attract? - How to introduce dogs to cats (or the other way around!)
Eyeing up your dog's constitution - Iridology offers an "inside look" at canines
Ten tips for your canine water baby - Make a splash with your best buddy
Clicker training 101 - An effective way to get your dog to do what you want
Shoo! 8 ideas to discourage free-roaming felines
Improving quality of life for canine cancer patients - Supplements that ease
Fairy tale ending - Documentary film helps the stray dogs of Romania
Amazing Animals Photo Contest Winners! Check out our gallery of winners


Volume 9 Issue 3 - June/July 2007
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Can dogs have strokes - Here's what you need to know
Our "dog-gone" miracle - Follow Bailey's amazing stroke recovery
12 tips for a smooth move - Take the stress out of changing residence
Top 10 household hazards - Protect your animal from these common dangers
How to choose a carrier for your cat - And get her to like it!
Chew the fat - A healthy diet plan for your chubby buddy
Dealing with diabetes - This prevalent disease can be treated
Training the adult dog - The friend, the companion, the buddy!
Pet food recall leaves a bitter taste - What they're not telling you
How to make the most of your local dog park - the keys to good etiquette
Inside and out, these oils have healthy clout - From coconut to hemp
Prostate cancer - Not just a human disease
Mi Conchita - Rescuing a stray from the streets of Santiago
Advice on living with a three-legged animal
Caring for your cat during her golden years - Health and lifestyle tips
and more...


Volume 9 Issue 2 - April/May 2007
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Getting to the heart of heartworm - Should you be worried?
4 things your groomer wished you knew - Brushing up on hair care
Now hear this! - Common ear problems in dogs and cats
Tackling ticks - Getting a handle on these bothersome bloodsuckers
Top 7 ways to make fleas flee - Taking the itch out is easier than you think
Disc dog is a high-flying event - This exciting canine sport is gaining popularity
Hairballs - yuck! How to prevent those "kitty landmines"
No more tear stains - What to do about this "unsightly" condition
Bath time! Tub tips for you and your canine companion
Mountain View is a true ark among conservation centers
Raising a stink - Remove the smell of skunk, naturally
How to grow a 22-year-old cat - The secret to extending kitty's nine lives
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Volume 9 Issue 1 - February/March 2007
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Canine influenza - Should you be worried?
Homeopathy... a feline perspective to this healing approach
Why IBD is a real pain in the rear! - Treatments and prevention
Dental care tool kit - Toothbrushes, toothpastes and more
Top 6 ways to minimize dental visits - Keeping them clean and bright
What you need to know about breed specific legislation
FRB and calici - Living with feline upper respiratory infections
Lurch and friends live happily together at Rocky Ridge Refuge
Scotty's legacy - How one loss is saving thousands
What is bloat and why is it so dangerous?
All in a day's work - gracious gracie is the perfect host
Enter our Amazing Animals Photo Contest - Send us your best shots
and more...

Volume 8 Issue 6 - December/January 2007
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Diseases and disorders - Which breeds are affected and why?
Listen up! - How music can affect your furry friend
Feline fitness from scratch - Choosing a scratching post
Eight ways to a happpy, healthy holiday - Seasonal safety tips
Pass the cranberries! - Add this healthy fruit to your animal's diet
Can your animal catch a cold? - A close-up look at respiratory diseases
Top ten eye problems - What to look for
Are you rewarding unwanted behavior - Training tips for good manners
We are the cat - A look at life through feline eyes
5 steps to a better diet - Good nutrition is easier than you think
k9 connection teams kids with canines - Helping troubled teens
How often does he really need a rabies shot - The latest information
and more...

Volume 8 Issue 5 - October/November 2006
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Top natural solutions for arthritis - What the experts say
What's your dog's personality type? - Take our quiz
5 ways to prepare for disaster - How do you stack up?
Is your animal hurting? - The keys to managing his pain
Coming of age - The benefits of adopting a mature animal
Are you part of your animal's health care team? - Becoming proactive
How to deal with a leaky animal - Incontinence and its solutions
Raring to go - Mobility aids can give your friend a new lease on life
Rescued pigs find new homes - Visit a Shangri-la among sanctuaries
Does your feline have FLUTD? - Here's what you need to know
Counting your blesssings - The healing power of food and water
Elk velvet antler - Nature's answer to arthritis
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Volume 8 Issue 4 - August/September 2006
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Is Fluffy making you sneeze? - How to ease those allergies
Keeping cool this summer - Hot weather safety tips for your friend
Put together your home grooming tool kit - coat care equipment
Worried about worms? - Here's the skinny on these parasites
Top 10 ways to beat allergies - Get the itch out holistically
Championing the cats of Greece - Friends of the Cat makes life better
Beneficial species - Controlling garden pests the animal-friendly way
Treating cancer - How conventional and alternative therapies work
Ellie Mae's talent for finding missing animals - a bloodhound's nose
Rubbing him the right way - relax your canine with 4 simple massages
The ABCs of B Vitamins - Everything you need to know
Amazing Animals Photo Contest - our gallery of prize-winning shots!
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Volume 8 Issue 3 - June/July 2006
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First Aid & CPR - Tips every guardian should know
Travelling by air? - Do your homework before taking your furry friend
For common cancers in dogs and cats - 15 warning signs of cancer
Acupressure can help protect your feline from cancer - this healing art
12 tips for living with cancer - making life easier for both of you
It's off to work we go... with our animal companions
Feeding fish to your dog or cat? - what you need to know
Canine College Cruise - a doggone good time!
Eat, drink and wag your tail - documentary film focuses on nutrition
The Kitty Grass story - how one entrepreneur is helping cats
Creating an animal-friendly pond - a garden feature your family enjoys
Maui's "Boo Boo Zoo" - this island refuge cares for injured animals
and more...

Volume 8 Issue 2 - April/May 2006